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Wattle-necked softshell turtle (
Palea steindachneri
)
This small, peculiar-looking turtle belongs to the family Trionychidae, the softshell turtles; a group characterised by their...
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Western pond turtle (
Actinemys marmorata
)
The Latin name ‘marmorata' refers to the marbled pattern of both the soft parts and carapace of many western pond turtles. The low...
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1 Video
Western spiny-tailed skink (
Egernia stokesii badia
)
Information on the western spiny-tailed skink is currently being researched and written and will appear here...
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Western swamp turtle (
Pseudemydura umbrina
)
This small freshwater turtle is the most endangered Australian reptile. The flattened carapace appears square from above and varies...
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Woma python (
Aspidites ramsayi
)
The woma python is distinguished from other Australian pythons by its narrow head which is barely distinct from the neck. It has...
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Wood turtle (
Glyptemys insculpta
)
The wood turtle probably derives both its Latin and common names from the deep concentric growth rings and grooves known...
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Wright's skink (
Trachylepis wrightii
)
Skinks (Scincidae) are typically small lizards with smooth, shiny scales and elongate, cylindrical bodies, not usually exceeding...
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